Fracture Link Newsletter Fall 2023

In this issue:   BoneFit addresses the aging population New materials for patients and Health Care Professionals Dr. Algis Jovaisas – Osteoporosis Champion London Health Sciences – A Model for Hip Fracture Care Bright Lights Award – Barrie and Community Family Health Team (BCFHT) Open Newsletter

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Fracture Link Newsletter – November 2021

A doctor is holding a tablet computer, with one hand on the shoulder of an elderly patient. They are both smiling while looking at the test results.

In this issue: COVID-19 and fragility fracture patient care Dr. Earl Bogoch appointment Ontario Osteoporosis Strategy web updates Strategies for implementing a fracture risk assessment in long term care Download Newsletter

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Fracture Link Newsletter

A doctor is holding a tablet computer, with one hand on the shoulder of an elderly patient. They are both smiling while looking at the test results.

In this issue: Performance Data Report Edition Trends in Fracture Rates in Ontario Regional Variations in Performance Accessing LHIN Overall Performance Cost of Fracture Care Open Newsletter

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Upcoming OCFP ‘Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention’ Workshops

A doctor is holding a tablet computer, with one hand on the shoulder of an elderly patient. They are both smiling while looking at the test results.

Do you want to improve your confidence in screening, diagnosing, and optimizing care for patients with osteoporosis, including those with moderate risk? If so, please register for one of the upcoming OCFP ‘Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention’ workshops being held in: Niagara on the Lake: April 17 from 1:15 pm to 5 pm Mississauga Halton Region:…

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UW KINNECTION

Do you have osteoarthritis or osteoporosis? Or just want to learn more about bone health? If so, come attend a free two-hour, interactive event with kinesiology students at the University of Waterloo. Get assessed for key aspects of your physical function including: posture, flexibility, strength and balance. Learn some new exercises and go home with…

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New FRS Tool Launched to Prevent Fractures in LTC

Fractures are a serious health concern for older adults living in long-term care (LTC) and cost $1.03 billion annually in Canada. Research shows 45% of LTC residents are at high risk for fractures. Fractures occur more frequently among LTC residents than community-dwelling older adults and include the hip, spine, wrist, shoulder and long bones. Fractures…

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More Plants, Less Meat: Canada’s New Food Guide

Canada’s new Food Guide, released on January 22, is a modern approach to promoting healthy eating, making healthier eating choices easier for all Canadians. This new food guide focuses on what to eat and how to eat. Canadians continue to need calcium and vitamin D for their bone health. Please refer to www.osteoporosis.ca for more information…

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Vitamin D and Effects on Fractures, Falls & BMD

A recent article on the effect of vitamin D supplementation on fractures, falls and bone mineral density was published in the journal Lancet Diabetes Endocrinology by Bolland and colleagues (October 4, 2018). This research reviewed the available literature as part of a systematic review and meta-analysis. A systematic review is a research method used to…

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